Mary Louise Anderson

Mary Louise Anderson, age 78, died Monday, August 29, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She was born January 21st, 1938 in Springville, Utah to Neils Arvel and Alice Sanford Ence. On July 20th, 1956 she married Ronald H. Brereton in Springville, Utah. They had four children and were later divorced. She later married the love of her life, James Stewart Anderson "Andy" on October 15th, 1977. Soon after, they were sealed for time and all eternity in the Las Vegas, Nevada Temple. Nearly 20 years after their marriage, "Andy" Anderson passed away on July 27th, 1996.

Mary was a truly remarkable woman that impactedcountless lives. Her meek and mild manner made her a wonderful worker, a caring mother, a faithful wife, and a lovable grandmother. She was blessed with the ability to love people for who they are and truly show that she cared about them. Many of those who knew Mary considered her a wise, heartfelt woman that would commit small and great acts of kindness willingly because of sincere love for those around her.

Over the course of her life, Mary was blessed with four children and six stepchildren. Mary loved each of her children and supported their countless endeavors. Mary was preceded in death by her brother Paul Ence and four of her ten children: Jeffrey Brereton, Jill Mihlberger, Jerilyn Crossand, Michelle Whitaker. Mary is survived by her five remaining children: Joni (John) Sayers, JaLyn (Roger)Ward, Dee (Barbara) Anderson, Scott Anderson, Marvin (Angie) Anderson and Heidi Anderson. In total, Mary Louise has 31 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren. Mary is also survived by her older sister and life long friend, Elaine Tolman.

While raising her family, Mary enjoyed an eventful and remarkable career life. Due to her unique ability as a seamstress as well as making beautiful handicrafts, Mary was blessed to work at several jobs that she loved. She especially enjoyed her 20 years at Wal-Mart where she was able to meet and talk to so many people and make several friends.

In addition to Mary's many talents and careers, she had a vibrant social life. Mary had an illuminating spirit that attracted many members of her church and community. Her friends treasured time with Mary and looked forward to their weekly game nights. Mary was a social butterfly with a warm, contagious smile and made friends everywhere she went.

Though we will mourn her passing, we will rejoice in the life she lived which was full of adventure and wonder. She will be missed greatly and life will not be the same without her. However, her sweet spirit and kindhearted nature will forever remain in the lives of her children, grandchildren and even great grand children.

The Funeral Service for Mary Louise Anderson will be held this Thursday, September 1, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Highland Hills LDS Church, 801 Arrowhead Trail, Henderson, Nevada. A visitation will be held prior to services from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the chapel.

The Graveside Service will be held on Friday September 2, 2016 at 10:00 am. at the St. George City Cemetery, 650 East Tabernacle, St. George, Utah. Friends and family are invited to sign our online guest book at www.moapavalleymortuary.com